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A warrant has been issued for free agent DT Grady Jackson charging him with receiving stolen property.

Jackson is in possession of an expensive Aximum watch that belonged to an insurance company and a Duluth pawn shop. The 37-year-old former run plugger is now playing for the UFL's Florida Tuskers. Fri, Nov 19, 2010 08:59:00 AM

Tangible proof that coach Jim Schwartz is making progress with the Lions' roster. Last year's upgrade is no longer needed with Corey Williams on board to go with Sammie Hill. Now 37 years old and good for just 20-25 snaps per game, Jackson will move on to the next team desperate for a nose tackle. Fri, Mar 5, 2010 04:08:00 PM

Lions DT Grady Jackson is still facing a possible suspension for violating the league's drug policy last season after testing positive for a banned diuretic.

Roger Goodell said a decision on Jackson's appeal will come within the next couple of weeks. Even at age 36 and a shell of his former self, Jackson would be some help for the Lions' problematic run defense. Tue, Aug 11, 2009 10:43:00 AM

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Tangible proof that coach Jim Schwartz is making progress with the Lions' roster. Last year's upgrade is no longer needed with Corey Williams on board to go with Sammie Hill. Now 37 years old and good for just 20-25 snaps per game, Jackson will move on to the next team desperate for a nose tackle.

Lions DT Grady Jackson is still facing a possible suspension for violating the league's drug policy last season after testing positive for a banned diuretic.

Roger Goodell said a decision on Jackson's appeal will come within the next couple of weeks. Even at age 36 and a shell of his former self, Jackson would be some help for the Lions' problematic run defense.

Lions DT Grady Jackson and Lions WR Bryant Johnson opened camp on the NFL list for non-football injuries and illnesses.

Johnson has an "undisclosed health problem" that is apparently unrelated to his knee injury. Jackson signed a big deal this offseason, but he hasn't practiced a lick since. Counting on him to play a big role is risky business for Detroit.

Jackson was signed to a three-year, $8 million contract in March. He's behind on his recovery from knee surgery, however, and hasn't partcitipated in any on-field workouts with the team. Oh, and he's still awaiting word on a possible four-game StarCaps suspension.

The 36-year-old Jackson underwent surgery in February and has yet to participate in on-field workouts with the team. Jackson is expected to get back on the field for training camp, but he's still in danger of missing four games for his StarCaps suspension.

Team president Tom Lewand confirmed that the Lions are still in a holding pattern regarding whether DT Grady Jackson will be suspended to open the year.

Jackson, suspended last season for taking the weight-loss supplement StarCaps, appealed the ban but has yet to hear back from the NFL. The Lions shockingly give the 36-year-old a three-year, $8 million contract in March. That signing would look even worse if Jackson isn't available until Week 5.

Lions DT Grady Jackson may be in danger of being suspended four games due to his positive test for StarCaps last season.

Jackson filed a class action suit against StarCaps and had an internal appeal with the commissioner that was "deferred pending additional information." The "additional information" likely came in the recent ruling upholding the four game suspensions.

Javorris was invited to Lions camp for a tryout last weekend, but he failed a physical due to a wrist injury. The Savannah State star turned the gun on himself after shooting his girlfriend, and he's currently hospitalized with a gunshot wound to the chest.

Jackson started 15 games for Atlanta last season and is big (6'2/345). The Falcons ranked 25th against the run, however, and yielded nearly five yards per carry against, the 28th worst mark in the league. Jackson, 36, adds next to nothing as a pass rusher and is unlikely to make a difference in Detroit.

The Lions are expected to sign free agent DT Grady Jackson to a multi-year deal if he passes a physical Tuesday.

The physical is key for Jackson, who is 36 and has battled knee woes for years. He's nearly fallen out of the league over the last two seasons and is only a two-down player, but the Lions are viewing Jackson as a starter.

Denver doesn't have a true nose on its roster and is switching to a 3-4 hybrid defense. Jackson, who would be a short-term solution, had initially been asking for too much money. He's likely dropped his demands some.

Jackson, 36, will likely be allowed to walk. The Falcons may target a second tier nose in free agency if they don't find the funds for Albert Haynesworth. Colin Cole, Shaun Cody, Ronald Fields, and C.J. Mosley will be available.

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Hyder suffered a season-ending Achilles' tear in the' Lions preseason opener in 2017 and looks to be recovering well. He should help improve the Lions' pass rush after recording eight sacks in 2016. The Lions only recorded 35 sacks all of last season, good for 20th in the league.